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Portuguese Phrase

Sim, é grande demais para a bagagem de mão.

/sĩ ˈɛ ˈɡɾɐ̃.dʒi dʒiˈmajs ˈpaɾɐ a baˈɣaʒẽ dʒi ˈmɐ̃w̃/
Meaning"Yes, it's too big for the carry‑on luggage."
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Meaning

The speaker confirms that an item is too large to be taken as a carry‑on. It implies that the item will have to be checked in or left behind.

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When to use

Use this sentence at airports, train stations, or any situation where luggage size limits are discussed. It’s handy when a flight attendant, security officer, or fellow traveler asks if something fits in the overhead bin.

✦Grammar Breakdown

Sim,égrandedemaisparaabagagemdemão.

1

Sim

A simple affirmative word meaning 'yes'. It can stand alone or start a sentence.

2

é (ser)

Third‑person singular present of the verb 'ser', used for permanent characteristics.

3

grande demais

Adjective + 'demais' expresses excess: 'too big' or 'big enough to be a problem'.

4

para

Preposition meaning 'for' or 'in order to', introducing the limitation.

5

a bagagem de mão

The phrase for 'carry‑on luggage'; literally 'the hand luggage'.

🗨In Conversation

A

Posso levar este guarda‑chuva na bagagem de mão?

Can I take this umbrella in my carry‑on?

Sim, é grande demais para a bagagem de mão.

Yes, it's too big for the carry‑on.

B

✕Common Mistakes

  • Sim, é grande muito para a bagagem de mão.

    Using 'muito' instead of 'demais' changes the nuance; 'muito grande' means 'very big' but does not convey the idea of exceeding a limit.

  • Sim, é grande demais para bagagem de mão.

    Dropping the article 'a' makes the phrase sound incomplete.

  • Sim, está grande demais para a bagagem de mão.

    Using 'está' would imply a temporary state, which is less natural for size restrictions.

↔Alternatives

  • Sim, é muito grande para a bagagem de mão.

    Yes, it's very big for the carry‑on.

  • Não, não cabe na bagagem de mão.

    No, it doesn't fit in the carry‑on.

  • Infelizmente, é grande demais para levar na cabine.

    Unfortunately, it's too big to take in the cabin.

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Cultural Tip

In Brazil, airlines usually allow a carry‑on of up to 55 × 35 × 25 cm and 8 kg. However, each carrier may have slightly different limits, so always check the airline’s website before you travel. When you hear 'bagagem de mão', think of the small suitcase or backpack you keep with you in the cabin.